May 2012 Babies

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Downs Blood Test 1:290 = Increased Risk

AM-RWright wrote:

Dr. called today re: our blood results from our 12 week blood/NT scan. The ultrasound showed less than 3 cm, which he said was good. BUT he said my bloodwork came back as "increased risk" (1:290). He is referring me to another Dr. that specializes in high risk pregnancies for further tests. He told me not to worry and he truly feels it is all precautionary. I can't help it; I'm worried! :-(

@AM-RWright Your doctor delivered results over the phone?!?! 1:290 is not ideal, but it's not enough to stress out. How soon will you see the specialist?

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aideeeight

@AM-RWright 289/290 chance that everything is just fine. I'd say those are VERY good odds! Try to relax. :)

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KrisClaire

@AM-RWright Mine was 1:119. Not stressing over it since my baby looks fine. Also if your date is wrong those numbers are also wrong

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KateTex555

A related story: My sister's baby tested almost 100 % positive through bloodwork for Trisomy 18. She was debating on getting an amnio to confirm (since that is REALLY bad and you need to consider the quality of life). In almost all cases, babies with trisomy 18 IF they're born at all, are born with club shaped hands. Before making her decision, she requested another ultrasound and the baby waved at her as if it say "We're good, Mom." She had her answer and my Nephew (who we refer to as 'Nugget) is almost 2, healthy and happy.

The Moral is, wait it out. TRY to relax and don't freak unless you have to freak. And just remember, if Down's is the worst thing you have to deal with, that isn't so terrible!!! Happy thoughts and positive vibes!!! Good luck!!!

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AM-RWright

@PatNYC I have an appointment Thursday morning at 10am. I am letting it go and giving it to God. This miracle is his creation and we will love it no matter what... It's our baby, how could we not? :-)

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OurBabySquirrel

@AM-RWright Our first test showed 1:65 chance. They did the second part and our numbers went to 1:10,000!!! I spent a week crying just to have my numbers do a complete reversal. When I questioned the nurse she said "oh, this test is only 45% accurate" 45!!!!! that means it is wrong 55% of the time. We are getting an amnio which is 99% accurate because I can't take anymore up downs.

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AM-RWright

@OurBabySquirrel I am scheduled for an Amnio Weds, 12/7. So worried but I know they do these procedures everyday and the risk is very, very low. I hope to at least get some peace as to what to expect when baby arrives. The silver lining is we find out what we are having!

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KendraKamille

I got my results back sometime last week and they say its a 1:66 chance of downs. I talked to a genetics counselor and also did an ultra sound, everything looks fine. Ima alil scared to get the amnio though I still got some time to decide

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Crazy488

@AM-RWright I got the call last week that my blood test came back 1:73 of downs and I am also scheduled for my amniocentesis on Wed 12/7. When I first found out, all i could do was cry...it was just shocking to hear. I have done a lot of research and feel quite a bit better aabout the whole situation, though i still want the amnio for peace of mind. Good luck with everything...

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bundledude

@Crazy488 Do not worry. Our story: I am 40. Our first trimester screening showed 1:310 for Down Syndrome. We were comfortable with that and did not want the amnio. Our Dr. said that we could wait until our 16 week blood test to get additional results. Those came back at 1:74. We were very concerned that the risk had increased so significantly. We got an amnio the next day. Before the amnio, the Dr. did a full scan of the baby and found a bright spot in the heart, which is sometimes said to be a marker for downs. Though it is said to be a marker, the Dr. assured us not to place too much emphasis on this because it is a very minor marker. Many babies show bright spots on the heart during these scans. We were able to get rush preliminary results the next business day that show that everything is perfect - no Downs or any other chromosomal problems. The rush results are said to be 99% accurate. I'm telling you this because your numbers are fine and even a 1:74 chance is absolutely okay. My Dr. who was in her early 30's got a 1:66 result and everything was absolutely fine. she also told me about a recent patient who had a 1:3 chance, and everything was fine. The anticipation and stress of the amnio were worse than the actual procedure. You just need to make sure you stay on bed rest for a few days afterwards. Good luck to everyone and please do not hesitate to contact me directly if you are going through this and want to discuss.

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RIS101

@AM-RWright My Aunt is an OB nurse who warned me that those tests give a LOT of FALSE positives. Stay positive and do whatever tests you have to for piece of mind

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myturn1

This is why I don't do these tests.

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bluebikergal

Wow, I'm really surprised that 1:290 was considered "high risk" (assuming it's because of your age?). My original results were 1:120, which was still considered normal. It wasn't until our second round of tests made our risk 1:16 that our doctor recommended doing follow-up work.

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